Page Yield Information

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For people to be able to compare page yields between different printers and manufacturers, there is one industry-wide testing methodology. Canon, HP, Epson, Lexmark and other industry leading manufacturers have worked closely with the International
Standards Organization (ISO) to establish this standard. It is called "ISO/IEC 24711".

Page yield data should be used as a starting point for comparison purposes, and not to predict the exact yield you will get from your printer and cartridge. Likewise, the declared yield is not intended to be the minimum number of pages that the cartridge will print. Rather, page yield data is meant to estimate the average yield expected from a particular cartridge when measured using the ISO test methodology in connection with a designated printer system. Individual cartridges can perform above and below this average due to variation in the cartridge manufacturing process. Additionally, actual yield varies considerably based on factors such as the content of printed pages, typical printer job size, the environmental conditions during operation and the amount of color printing relative to monochrome printing.

What does the ISO standard specify?

ISO/IEC 24711 outlines the following:

- The test methodology that manufacturers should use to determine ink cartridge yields
- The way manufacturers should declare yield values from these test results
- The appropriate method of describing the yield of cartridge in documentation supplied to the consumer

Test methodology

The quoted page yields are based on an average of three printers of a kind, each continuously printing a standard ISO sample document (ISO/IEC 24712) until the ink runs out (‘end of life’). This is done three times per printer, using a new set of
cartridges each time.

The ‘end of life’ is then determined when either of two phenomena occurs:
- Fade, caused by depletion of ink in the cartridge, or
- Automatic printing stop, caused by an Ink Out detection function.

Standard testing documents

To determine page yields, a set of standard sample documents is used (ISO/IEC 24712). These are designed to represent the documents printed by a typical user.

Mixed text and graphics document(ISO/IEC 24712)

The inkjet yields are determined by continuously printing 5 different standard documents like this on plain paper.

Colour photo set, 10x15cm

Although the ISO standard does not provide a specified document for photo printing, most manufacturers print something like these selected 24 photos on 10x15cm size Glossy Photo Paper continuously, with the default driver settings for the paper using standard Windows printer drivers in borderless printing mode. This complies with ISO methodology ISO/IEC 24711.

Colour photo, A3+

Selected patterns like this are used only for A3+ printers. The inkjet yields are determined by printing a 279.4x355.6mm (11"x14") image like this on A3+ size Glossy Photo Paper continuously with the default driver settings for this paper, using standard Windows printer drivers.

Protecting the print head

With inkjet printers, often a certain amount of ink will be used to protect the print head and maintain print quality during normal use. Depending on model, this may be performed between print jobs.

Since yield figures are based on continuous printing, unlike you would do in your own home, your own results may vary slightly.

TONERS - One way of measuring across brands, for easy comparison

Page yield data should be used as a starting point for comparison purposes, and not to predict the exact yield you will get from your printer and cartridge. Likewise, the declared yield is not intended to be the minimum number of pages that the cartridge will print. Rather, page yield data is meant to estimate the average yield expected from a particular cartridge when measured using the ISO test methodology in connection with a designated printer system. Individual cartridges can perform above and below this average due to variation in the cartridge manufacturing process. Additionally, actual yield varies considerably based on factors such as the content of printed pages, typical printer job size, the environmental conditions during operation and the amount of color printing relative to monochrome printing.

In recent years, Laser Printer and Multi Functional Product yield data has been calculated using standard ISO test methodologies.The specific ISO/IEC standard used depends upon whether the printer is a monochrome or color device. ISO provides different methodologies for testing color and monochrome printer yields. Previous to the introduction of the ISO/IEC yield methodologies, manufacturers usually had their own proprietary yield test methodology based on 5% coverage which used a methodology similar in many ways to the ISO yield methodology.

Some printers include an "introductory" or "starter" cartridge in the printer box, which may print less than the cartridges we have here on the Printzone site. The printer packaging will usually indicate whether introductory cartridges are included with the printer.

Standard testing documents

Mono test pages

Under the ISO/IEC 19752 testing guidelines, a standard page is printed continuously until the cartridge reaches end-of-life. An example of the standard page shown is shown at right. The actual test page can be found at www.iso.org/jtc1/sc28.

ISO/IEC 19752 methodology has been used by most manufacturers to test monochrome printer yields since its introduction in 2004. A small number of toner cartridges still being sold provide page yield based upon 5% coverage methodology.

Colour test pages

Under the ISO/IEC 19798 testing guidelines, a standard set of five pages is printed continuously until the cartridge reaches end-of-life. The five standard pages shown at right consist of a mix of text and graphics, and a mix of black and color. These standards for color printers were introduced after the publication of the standard at the end of 2006.

THE BOTTOM LINE

Actual yield that a customer experiences can vary depending upon the printed content on the page. Highly "dense" documents, such as the text document at right, may cause cartridges to yield fewer pages than the ISO standard, while less dense ones such as the organisation chart far right will typically cause the cartridge to yield more pages than the standard.

Some colours may be used more on a page than others - this will cause some cartridges to be depleted quicker than others, and result in a lower page yield - for example the page at right with a heavy use of cyan.

The yield you experience will depend upon a number of factors including the content that you print and the manner in which you print.

Lexmark has been a highly lauded and recognized leader in the imaging industry since 1991. The company has been helping organisations and personal users to reduce operation costs and improve the printing process for a period of time. Lexmark colour toners are synonymous with quality imaging and outstanding output technology and are constantly improving.

At the moment, colour laser printer cartridges from Lexmark are being sold in over 170 countries, making the company a global leader based on today’s facts and figures.

Unison Toner – The Secret Behind Lexmark Genuine Consumables

Lexmark toner cartridges include Unison toner, an advanced toner science that is very powerful and that consistently delivers a completely outstanding quality for all prints, amazing sustainability, system reliability and much more.

Time Savings

Toner cartridges from Lexmark are designed for an increased productivity and high performance. The print system that uses Unison toner has a specific formulation that allows the printer to start working sooner when compared with most of the competition. There will be absolutely no time that is wasted when you want to print a document.

An Innovative Design

The unique formulation inside Unison colour toner cartridges offers special performance attributes and special characteristics that enable shake free performance. Many key product features become available solely because of the design.

Supply Features

Unison Lexmark genuine consumables increase the efficiency of the printers by alerting you whenever supplies start to get low. In the event that the toner quantity is too low, the Lexmark printer estimates the number of pages that you should expect to print. This feature tells you exactly when you need to start looking for a replacement cartridge.

Advantages Of Using Lexmark Colour Toner Cartridges

Outstanding Image Quality

Unison toner allows you to always be 100% sure that print quality will be outstanding while office productivity is drastically increased. A document printed with a toner cartridge from Lexmark will always be perfect because of the unique engineered formulation.

When printing in monochrome, the toner cartridges will offer smooth grays and rich blacks with all crisp details. When printing in colour, Lexmark toner cartridges offer vibrant and rich colours with really precise details. What is really interesting is that even when you are faced with a low colour cartridge, you still see zero fading and complete reliability is guaranteed.

Increased System Reliability

The Unison toners will offer low friction during printing, thus increasing toner flow and guaranteeing that toner will be properly transferred to pages in an efficient way. Internal wear will always be reduced, thus increasing the life of all components while protecting the entire printing system.

Lexmark printing systems include separate imaging and toner unit designs together with high yield fuser. Such components have a maximized longevity and reliability is always long term. Users get to save money, time and protect the environment.

Increased Sustainability

Lexmark manages to increase sustainability, based on a study that was done by Life Cycle Study. It was proven that the per-page carbon footprint was closer to 50% smaller than what the competition offered. Less energy is used when printing as the prints are done at a much lower temperature. This included advanced toner science transforms energy savings into a reality.

An example can be given in the Live Cycle Assessment program. This basically means that all products designed by Lexmark aim to meet high performance and efficiency standards while having a minimal impact on the environment during every single life cycle.

Lexmark has won various awards, including the 2012 Manufacturing Leadership Council’s Manufacturing Leadership 100 Award For Sustainability because of the cartridge recycling processes.

Refilled, Recycled And Remanufactured Lexmark Colour Toner Cartridges

We at Printzone realise the fact that genuine cartridges for your colour laser printer can be expensive. Because of this, we also give you access to alternatives that are cost effective and maintain the same high quality standards you would expect.

The problem is that whenever talking about remanufactured cartridges, many do not know anything about these opportunities. When referring to the Lexmark alternatives, here is what you have to know:

Recycled Lexmark Toner Cartridges

When saying “Recycled”, we refer to a highly generic term. It does not necessarily relate to the technology or the process that is used in order to manufacture the product. What it usually refers to is the fact that the colour toner cartridge is not a new original one. It is actually produced with the use of some materials and parts from products that were already used. A part of the cartridge was basically produced with the use of materials or parts that were recovered from other Lexmark colour toner cartridges. Only Lexmark genuine consumables will be used for the recycled cartridges.

Refilled Lexmark Toner Cartridges

When saying that a cartridge is refilled, we mean that the remanufacturing process is made out of gaining access to ink or toner containers. In the event that there is no hole already present for refilling purposes, a new one will be made. In some situations you have to partially disassemble the colour cartridge. The process is not at all difficult to go through but technical knowledge is always necessary.

You can buy a refill kit for the specific toner cartridges that you have and perform the necessary tasks at home. Lexmark actually uses a simplified manufacturing process that allows really fast refilling.

Remanufactured Cartridges

Printzone offers various different options for those looking for Lexmark colour toners, including the highly affordable remanufactured cartridges. Such a cartridge is highly recommended because of the lower prices that are possible. The remanufactured Lexmark colour toners went through the following steps:

· The cartridge was disassembled

· The components were inspected, separated and then cleaned

· A brand new drum was installed

· A brand new wiper blade was installed

· A brand new magnetic roller was installed

· The container for the toner was filled with brand new toner based on original specifications

· The special toner container is sealed in order to prevent a leakage with special pull-out strips

· The cartridge is reassembled and then tested in order to be sure that quality standards are respected

All the toner cartridges Lexmark offers are renowned and respected in the industry. You can expect exactly the same with the Printzone remanufactured colour toner cartridges. We guarantee that absolutely all the domes will be completely filled so that you are sure you can print as much as you could with the original ones.

Buying Lexmark Colour Printers From Printzone

We do all that we can in order to guarantee that the quality offered is always as high as possible with both genuine and remanufactured Lexmark colour toners. There are various reasons why you should seriously consider buying toners from us. This includes the following:

· Special Deals

Every single day we have dozens of special deals that are available for those looking for high quality laser printer cartridges. Before you buy a compatible or genuine cartridge, make sure that you look for the potential deals that are currently available for you.

· Guaranteed Quality

Take a look at the reviews that were written by our Printzone customers. You will quickly notice that the satisfaction associated with buying colour laser printer cartridges from Printzone is always rated highly leaving little room for dissatisfaction. In the event that you have a problem with your purchased cartridges, you simply get in touch with us and we will resolve that issue.

· Never-ending Stock

We constantly monitor our stock in order to be sure that you will receive the cartridges that you want in a short time.

· Fast Shipping

Printzone has different warehouses located all throughout Australia. This guarantees that all the Lexmark toner cartridges you buy will reach you in the shortest amount of time. We have warehouses in Perth, Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney and Brisbane.

· Convenient Shipping

We at Printzone always do our best in order to ship the Lexmark colour toners as fast as possible. Any cartridge order under $100 will cost you a small $7 shipping fee. If your purchase is higher than that, we will ship the cartridges to your home or office in Australia for free.

We invite you to browse through our selection of genuine and compatible Lexmark toner cartridges. Simply use our easy cartridge finder that helps to quickly locate those models that are compatible with the printer that you need consumables for. Make sure that you do not forget about the special deals. We often have specific cartridges that are offered at a huge discount thanks to the deals that we have with reputable cartridge manufacturers and from Lexmark.

Printzone features all the needs that you have for your Lexmark printer.

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